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University of Otago 71–73 – Alumni Frank Leong Entrance Scholarship

Scholarship details

University of Otago 71–73 – Alumni Frank Leong Entrance Scholarship
Study levels Entrance, Degree
Value Standard value of NZ$8,000 for one year, usually paid as an accommodation fee waiver directly to your Residential College.
Close date Friday, 15 August 2025
Domestic/international Both domestic and international

About the scholarship

Established by the University Council in 2017 with support from Frank Leong, this scholarship aims to provide support to students who have shown tenacity in their learning and are facing financial challenges.

Entry requirements

Applicants must be New Zealand citizens, New Zealand Residence Class Visa Holders, Australian citizens or permanent residents with domestic fee status, or international students who have completed Year 12 and/or are in the process of completing Year 13 at a New Zealand school. Applicants must also have significant financial need or life circumstances which present barriers to studying at university and must have achieved NCEA Level 2 or equivalent.